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Jennifer's VBAC Birth Story: Navigating Postpartum Guilt & Two Under Two | 199
Season 1 Episode 199
Trish welcomes Jennifer to share her story, a member of the VBAC lab, Calm Mama Society, and a proud mom of two. Jennifer shares her inspiring journey from having a C-section with her first baby to achieving a successful VBAC with her second. She shares her experiences with chiropractic care, pelvic floor therapy, and the invaluable support from the VBAC lab & community that taught her to follow her intuition and advocate for herself.
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Jennifer opens up about the emotional challenges of transitioning from one child to two, including feelings of guilt, resentment, and the struggle to find 'me time’. She highlights the importance of support, education, and trusting one’s intuition throughout the pregnancy and postpartum period. Don't miss this powerful story of resilience, self-advocacy, and the strength of a mother's love.
Helpful Timestamps:
- 01:19 Jennifer's First Birth Experience
- 03:02 Discovering the VBAC Lab
- 04:22 Physical Therapy and Chiropractic Care
- 07:14 Navigating Pregnancy Challenges
- 10:52 VBAC Lab Community Support
- 12:17 Facing Medical Misdiagnosis
- 16:19 Empowerment and Autonomy in Birth Decisions
- 21:31 Challenges of Baby Number Two
- 22:54 Adjusting to New Family Dynamics
- 27:34 Breastfeeding Struggles and Solutions
- 34:27 Community Support and Resources
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